Barcelona midfielder Lionel Messi has explained his goal celebration.

Messi explained why he looks upwards to the sky after he scores in celebration.

"I am doing this because I dedicate my goals to my grandmother. She took to me to football but now she can't see how far I have come. Nevertheless, she continues to help me and my family," Messi explained.

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